We have life estate deed to my parents we pay mortgage, taxes and insurance. can we rent it out without there permission?

No, if your parents have a life estate in the property, they have the right to use the property as they see fit for the remainder of their lives....

If an Estate amends a incorrect tax return of the decedent is it common to close the estate but withhold all funds 5yrs for SOL?

You need to hire an attorney for yourself to represent your interests in the estate. There are too many facts here that sound fishy to be able to...

What kind of LLC we(husband & wife) should form to transfer our houses to it? How much will be annual cost/tax?

You want the kind of LLC (or partnership, or trust, etc.) that is formed by an attorney who knows what they are doing. Just dumping real estate in...

Tax deductions for a LLC

No, you would not get a refund of LLC business expenses (deductions) unless you have withholding in excess of the amount of tax due. The only time...

Is my income effectively connected for federal taxation?

If you are doing things through an LLC classified as a partnership or a disregarded entity, then it's usually ECI.

By hiring a US-based employee, does a foreign company become subject to corporate income taxes in the US?

It probably does not subject them to any tax liability here, so long as they are not generating US-source income or establishing themselves in the...

Can I change my lawyer?

You can dismiss your lawyer at any time you want for any reason at all. The issue is whether you will be able to find better/cheaper counsel...

The reason is that most state Bar rules and court rules prohibit directly contacting a person represented by an attorney, so if the opposing side's...

We found our dream home, but in order to purchase it, I need a lawyer specializing in Property Tax. Anyone here that can help?

Use the Find a lawyer tab in the upper right corner of the screen. You'll have to call around in San Antonio and ask about specialization as well...

Exempt status for caretaker?

File Form 8840 to claim the Closer Connection Exemption with the IRS by the April 15 tax deadline. The Form explains what you need to demonstrate...